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HEMA recalls all play sand products due to asbestos contamination, 19 February 2026
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HEMA recalls all play sand products due to asbestos contamination
20 February 2026 - 08:58
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Dutch discount retailer Action has recalled Stretch Squad pull-apart toy figures after traces of asbestos were found in the sand filling. Feb 13, 2026
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Action recalls Stretch Squad toys after asbestos found in sand filling
14 February 2026 - 18:55
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Construction vehicle toys with play sand
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Dutch laboratories find asbestos in even more play sand products
12 February 2026 - 09:12
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Children playing at a sand table
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Childcare institutions warned to avoid play sand over possible asbestos
6 February 2026 - 12:00

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